BELFAST'S Lord Mayor takes a few lessons
 BELFAST'S
Lord Mayor was taking a few lessons on how to defend himself in
council chambers last night from kids he was at time more used to
teaching!
The city's first citizen dropped into the Prokick Gym in east-Belfast
to show the council's support for the growth in the sport of kickboxing
with a handsome award from the Support for Sport initiative.
The former school-teacher was entertained with an exhibition in
the art of kickboxing from young members of Prokick, aged from five
to 12.
Billy Murray, the former four-time world champion and head coach
at Prokick said recognition from the city council would spur him
on to bring kickboxing to all fight fans.
“Northern Ireland is known throughout the world for its boxing
and the legends it has produced over the years. At the moment there
is a gap in the fight market because boxing is no longer a regular
source of entertainment here. We have many boxing fans at our shows
and we encourage our member to support boxing events too. I am determined
to bring kickboxing to the masses, whether it’s for people
interested in keeping fit, self-defence or competitive action, we
will provide it all.”
The mayor, who received an honorary black belt on his visit, was
put on the spot when he was asked to judge in an exhibition of technique
with female members competing against Prokick’s young men.
In diplomatic fashion, he ensured a safe exit from by calling a
draw.
“This is a fantastic outlet for children in the city and
for adults of all ages,” said the Lord Mayor.
“The kids in the Prokick Gym would put me to shame! They
follow a motto of Truth, Discipline and Respect, three very important
values. It is important that people from different communities in
Northern Ireland show respect for one another and I have no doubt
the children in Billy Murray’s gym will keep these values
up whatever they do in life.
He added: “I would be delighted to have Billy Murray’s
pupils in my class as they are disciplined and well organised.”
TRUTH * DICIPLINE * RESPECT
Prokick HQ Tel. 028 9065 1074
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